MX900 remote by URC

[PaulD]

I have decided that I no longer wish to be hostage to the limitation of IR control and am now looking at RF as my prefered solution. I know several of you use various models of the URC MX series remotes but I do not recall seeing any references to anyone using the MX 900. After reading up on various RF remotes and models, the MX900 appears to be my target unit. I also am aware that I need to purchace it from an authorided dealer who can provide me with the full upgradeable software package. Now that I am leaning in that direction, I have some questions before I make any leap.
1) Any experienced MX900 users out there? Any advice or cautions I need to be aware of?
2) Recommended dealers?

 

[Waynedb]

I have decided that I no longer wish to be hostage to the limitation of IR control and am now looking at RF as my prefered solution. I know several of you use various models of the URC MX series remotes but I do not recall seeing any references to anyone using the MX 900. After reading up on various RF remotes and models, the MX900 appears to be my target unit. I also am aware that I need to purchace it from an authorided dealer who can provide me with the full upgradeable software package. Now that I am leaning in that direction, I have some questions before I make any leap.
1) Any experienced MX900 users out there? Any advice or cautions I need to be aware of?
2) Recommended dealers?

You can find lots of users at the remote central URC forum.
http://www.remotecentral.com/cgi-bin/mboar...mplete/list.cgi

 

[IVB]

SurfRemoteControl.com, specifically Mike, is always on the AVSForum Remote Control subforum. Most folks seem to love that guy, and I'm almost 100.0% sure he's authorized.

 

[Waynedb]

Yes Surf remote is an authorized dealer, I bought both of my URC remotes (MX-600 and MX-980) there. They have great pricing and also you get the software. I don't know if the MX-900 is subject to the 200 mile radius restriction rule like the MX-980 is, if it is you need to find a local dealer.

 

[opie]

Until the MX-880 came out, the MX-900 was my number 1 selling remote. Very reliable, durable and straight forward in my opinion.

URC also added variables to the MX-900 recently which makes it even more capable. My main complaint is the small text fields can be a bit of a limitation when naming activities/devices.

I had one as my main remote for two years and was very happy with it.

(Disclaimer: Above not intended to be an offer for sale of any hardware or software, just friendly advice.)

 

[Herdfan]

Until the MX-880 came out, the MX-900 was my number 1 selling remote. Very reliable, durable and straight forward in my opinion.

Completely agree. I have the 900 and it is great. Not too complicated to program, but still has the power to do what you need.

With that said, I am upgrading every remote in my house to the 880. Love the form factor and since it is based on the 900 architecture, it will be easy to program.

 

[kgingerich]

You didn't ask but I'll mention it anyway. :angry:

I have 4 MX980's with an msc400 controller and I'm very happy in all respects. The programming was a huge learning curve for me but once programmed they work every time and even my 4 year old is able to turn on Mickey Mouse clubhouse without waking me up!!!

YEAH!!!

 

[PaulD]

Thanks all...just what I wanted to hear. Guess I need to look a bit closer to the MX880 also.